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LEO Spacecraft Operations Engineer Consultancy Support
2014-07-14 13:41:12| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
LSE Space is looking for 3 experienced Engineers mf in order to fulfill the duty of LEO Spacecraft Operations Engineer Consultancy Support for our customer EUMETSAT in DarmstadtGermany. The position is to provide support to the Operations and Services to Users Department and will be part of the Metop Spacecraft Operations Team. The key person shall be assigned and trained to provide operations expertise and support to one or more platform subsystems and or payload instruments, depending on his or her experience and the overall team needs. The key person shall also participate in coordinating the satellite operations activities of other team members and external teams responsible for onboard software management, simulator support, mission control, mission planning, flight dynamics and ground stations. Furthermore, the key person shall support system and operations preparation activities for MetopC, for Metop Second Generation satellites and possibly also for Sentinel3 and Jason CS. The following activities shall be performed Support to the routine operations of Metop A, B and preparing for MetopC, comprising o Provision of operational expertise to one or more platform subsystems andor payload instruments andor onboard software management, satellite simulator and ground segment operations interfaces. o Maintain the corresponding operations documentation and flight procedures, including the update and operational validation of procedures releases in a configuration controlled environment o Perform trending and performance analysis on the corresponding subsystems and instruments, including definition and possibly prototyping of additional analysis checks where necessary o Investigations into satellite anomalies. This may require a close cooperation with the Operations Support Entity in ESTEC and Industry o Support the coordination of partner agency interactions for relevant subsystemsinstruments o Participation in the satellite oncall support rota o Identification and support to implementation of system and process improvements concerning the Metop Spacecraft Operations Team responsibilities and interfaces. Support to the system and operations preparation of Metop Second Generation satellites o Provide inputs and or review the definition of system and satellite operational concepts o Review space to ground interface specifications and flight operations manuals o Support the definition of tools and processes required to prepare for and operate the satellites. Support to the system and operations preparation of other LEO satellites o Provide operations preparation support as required to the Sentinel3 and JasonCS developments. Qualifications Experience Spacecraft monitor and control operations Spacecraft operations preparation engineering Low Earth Orbit spacecraft design or Assembly Integration and Test activities at system or subsystem level. Inorbit operations of Low Earth Orbit Earth Observation satellites Experience in the operation or development of satellite ground segment facilities, in particular procedure development, monitor and control, mission planning, onboard software management, performance analysis, configuration management and simulator facilities The procedure development tool MOIS and the procedure execution language STOL The mission control systems EPOCH or SCOS Specification of system and operational concepts, facility requirements Familiarity with OnBoard Control Procedure and OnBoard Position Scheduler concepts Familiarity with the ECSS Packet Utilisation Standard, customisation and usage Familiarity with system change control and configuration management procedures Data analysis software packages such as MATLAB File parsing languages such as PERL, AWK Use of VBA for development of adhoc tools in MS Office applications. Academic and work related requirements A University degree in an engineering discipline is required. Perfect command of English, verbal and written. Knowledge of French would be an asset. Location of workEUMETSAT in DarmstadtGermany. Benefits A permanent employment contract. Competitive salary plus a comprehensive benefits package. Career path. Security In line with Asylum Immigration Legislation, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the EU. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process. Furthermore, in view of the nature of the work the company is in, all potential employees will undergo stringent reference and identity checks. You are looking for a challenging position in a very interesting, international environment? Then send your application preferably online to andree.scherschellsespace.com and enrico.viziolsespace.com until 1st September 2014.
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Earth Observation Application Support Engineer
2014-06-25 16:40:57| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
A Spanish leader company in Aerospace Engineering and Scientific services with more than 45 years of experience working for NASA and 35 years working for ESA seeks a candidate for a postion of EO support engineer. Specific Tasks POST Earth Observation Application Support Engineer in the ESA Climate Office, Science, Applications and Future Technologies Department, Directorate of Earth Observation Programmes. DUTIES The postholder will report to the Head of the ESA Climate Office and will be leading the management of activities related to climate dat information quality assurance in relation to the climate data products, standards, algorithm validation and long term preservation. Other responsibilities include The definition of the CCI Data Access needs, both FCDRs and ECVs, in terms of Services Coordinated Interface, CoreInfrastructure, Analysis and Reporting, and Quality Control. The analysis, definition, initiation and management of industrial activities, associated to the Distribution of the Earth Observation data from the GMECV programme and the Climate Scientific User Community. Acquire, archive, document and make available in CMIP5 CCI products. This includes maintaining both the standards and protocols, filenaming conventions, data formats etc already agreed between the CCI teams and the development of CFsatellite conventions. Definition and development of the CCI Data Portal, a dedicated web portal setup to provide a single point of access for all CCI data products. Definition and development of the CCI Tool Box, incorporating generic functions applicable to all ECV data products will be implemented, in order to simplify analysis of multiple ECVs in parallel. Support the development of climate services, especially international and intergovernmental public sector markets, including climate data visualisation. Requirements Applicants should have a university degree or equivalent qualification in physics, engineering or a relevant Earth sciencesdiscipline. This post requires extensive professional experience on product definition, archiving and distribution, algorithm development, quality assessment and exploitation of Earth Observation data, particularly ESA missions. an established profile of dialoguing the with EO research communities in disciplines relevant for climate. Applicants should be strongly selfmotivated, resultsoriented, possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and be able to work effectively within ESA teams and in international cooperation. The working languages of the Agency are English and French. A good knowledge of one of these two languages is required. Knowledge of another member state language is an asset. Applications Interested candidates should send cv and cover letter to curriculumisdefe.es by 2nd july 2014. The Job code must be included on the subjet.
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Ground Support Systems Software Engineer
2014-06-24 10:39:30| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Directorate of Technical and Quality Management The European Space Agency is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women POST Ground Support Systems Software Engineer in the EGSE and Ground Systems Section, Software Systems Division, System, Software and InOrbit Demonstration Department, Directorate of Technical and Quality Management. This post is classified in the A2A4 grade band of the Coordinated Organisations salary scale. LOCATION ESTEC, Noordwijk The Netherlands. DUTIES The incumbent will report to the Head of the EGSE and Ground Systems Section. The Sections core activity consists in providing support to ESA programmes in the area of Electrical Ground Support Equipment EGSE, the development of simulation and modelling infrastructure, including verification test benches for functional verification, software verification and validation facilities, EGSE procurement and ground facilities software in general. The Section is also the focal point for the EGSE reference facilities and for managing the Simulation and Software Laboratory. The duties of this post will include providing technical expertise to ESA projects within the domain of ground support systems, including the development and procurement of EGSE systems, simulation and modelling infrastructure and software validation facilities participating in the evaluation of industrial proposals and in project reviews technical monitoring of industrial activities and development contracts, including verifying industrial outputs, reviews and acceptance providing technical expertise support to the European Ground System Common Core EGSCC development contract supporting the deployment of the European Ground System Common Core EGSCC into the new generation of EGSE and mission control systems used in ESA projects, in particular NEOSAT, Electra and the next generation of launchers participating in the definition and execution of the research programmes in the area of competence of the Section, in particular for EGSE systems, software verification and validation facilities, methods and tools for modelling, simulation and testing contributing to standardisation activities in the domain of ground support systems, e.g. CCSDS, ECSS, etc. contributing to the diffusion of the results of the activities performed and the transfer of knowledge across the Agency. The postholder may also be called upon to support other activities within the domain of competence. QUALIFICATIONS Applicants for this post should have a Masters degree or equivalent qualification in computer science andor in electrical engineering or similar, together with experience in ground support systems for functional verification e.g. EGSE system, SCOEs, software verification facilities. Extensive knowledge of modern software engineering and practical experience of implementing complex systems is required. Knowledge of spacecraft systems and space systems engineering would be an advantage. Candidates should have good interpersonal and communication skills. They should have the ability to work autonomously, effectively and cooperatively in a diverse and international team environment as well as being able to define and implement solutions in line with team and individual objectives and project deadlines. In addition, applicants should have good analytical, organisational and reporting skills, a proactive attitude to solving problems and an interest in innovative technologies. The working languages of the Agency are English and French. A good knowledge of one of these two languages is required together with a working knowledge of the other language. Knowledge of another member state language is an asset. CLOSING DATE The closing date for applications is 21 July 2014. Applications from external candidates for this position should preferably be made online at the ESA Web Site www.esa.intcareers. Those unable to apply online should submit their CV to the Head of the Human Resources Division, ESTEC, Keplerlaan 1, 2201 AZ Noordwijk ZH The Netherlands. The Agency may require applicants to undergo selection tests. Under ESA Regulations, the age limit for recruitment is 55. Please note that applications are only considered from nationals of one of the following States Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and Canada. Priority will be first given to internal candidates and secondly to external candidates from underrepresented member states. In accordance with the European Space Agencys security procedures and as part of the selection process, successful candidates will be required to undergo basic screening before appointment.
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Earth Observation Application Support Engineer
2014-06-13 11:39:27| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
RHEA is currently recruiting an Earth Observation Application Support Engineer to support the Head of the ESA Climate Office at our clients premises in Harwell. Tasks and Activities Your primary tasks and activities may include Leading the management of activities related to climate datainformation quality assurance in relation to the climate data products, standards, algorithm validation and long term preservation. Defining CCI Data Access needs, both FCDRs and ECVs, in terms of Services Coordinated Interface, CoreInfrastructure, Analysis and Reporting, and Quality Control. Analysing, defining, initiating and managing industrial activities, associated to the Distribution of the Earth Observation data from the GMECV programme and the Climate Scientific User Community. Acquiring, archiving, documenting and making available in CMIP5 CCI products. This includes maintaining both the standards and protocols, filenaming conventions, data formats etc already agreed between the CCI teams and the development of CFsatellite conventions. Defining and developing the CCI Data Portal, a dedicated web portal setup to provide a single point of access for all CCI data products. Defining and developing the CCI Tool Box, incorporating generic functions applicable to all ECV data products will be implemented, in order to simplify analysis of multiple ECVs in parallel. Supporting development of climate services, especially international and intergovernmental public sector markets, including climate data visualisation. Skills and Experience You must possess the following skills and experience University degree or equivalent qualification in physics, engineering or a relevant Earth sciences discipline. At least 4 years of professional experience on product definition, archiving and distribution, algorithm development, quality assessment and exploitation of Earth Observation data, particularly ESA missions. Established profile of dialoguing the with EO research communities in disciplines relevant for climate. Strongly selfmotivated, resultsoriented, possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and be able to work effectively within ESA teams and in international cooperation. Good knowledge of one of these two languages is required. Knowledge of another member state language is an asset. Fluent in the English language spoken and written knowledge of other languages is an asset. How to Apply Looking to take your career to the next level? Interested applicants should submit their CV and Cover Letter to RHEAs Recruitment team at careersrheagroup.com no later than 030714. We look forward to hearing from you!
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Earth Observation Application Support Engineer
2014-06-12 10:36:36| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
For one of our main customers, ESAHarwell, located in Oxfordshire in the UK, we are currently looking for an Earth Observation Application Support Engineer for the ESA Climate Office, Science, Applications and Future Technologies Department in the Directorate of Earth Observation Programme. Tasks and Responsibilities You will report to the Head of the ESA Climate Office and will be leading the management of activities related to climate datainformation quality assurance in relation to the climate data products, standards, algorithm validation and long term preservation. the definition of the CCI Data Access needs, both FCDRs and ECVs, in terms of services Coordinated Interface, CoreInfrastructure, Analysis and Reporting, and Quality Control the analysis, definition, initiation and management of industrial activities, associated to the Distribution of the Earth Observation data from the GMECV programme and the Climate Scientific User Community acquire, archive, document and make available in CMIP5 CCI products. This includes maintaining both the standards and protocols, filenaming conventions, data formats etc already agreed between the CCI teams and the development of CFsatellite convention definition and development of the CCI Data Portal, a dedicated web portal setup to provide a single point of access for all CCI data products definition and development of the CCI Tool Box, incorporating generic functions applicable to all ECV data products will be implemented, in order to simplify analysis of multiple ECVs in parallel support the development of climate services, especially international and intergovernmental public sector markets, including climate data visualisation. Experience and Education Applicants should have a university degree or equivalent qualification in physics, engineering or a relevant Earth sciences discipline. You should also have the following extensive professional experience on product definition, calibration, validation, algorithm development, quality assessment and exploitation of Earth Observation data, particularly ESA missions an established profile of dialoguing with EO research communities in disciplines relevant for climate you should be strongly selfmotivated, resultsoriented, possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and be able to work effectively within ESA teams and in international cooperation The working languages of the Agency are English and French. A good knowledge of one of these two languages is required. Knowledge of another member state language is an asset. A minimum of 5 years working experience in the space industry. About ATG Europe Today, ATG is recognized as a leading provider of specialized engineering, scientific and technical services to the European Aerospace, High Tech and Offshore industry. Our headquarters is located in Noordwijk, The Netherlands and we have subsidiaries in Germany and the UK. ATG People is the key player in delivering highly educated personnel for RD environments throughout Europe. We are continually recruiting experienced Engineers for exciting, full time positions based at our customers. As an ATG Engineer, you will be working on very diverse missions and assignments. This opens up unique opportunities to be engaged in innovative projects and challenging you to perform to high standards and utilizing the full extent of your professional knowledge. Interested? Submit your CV and personal details through our website or send your application directly to recruitmentatgeurope.com. We encourage you to submit your CV in the Europass format. Click here to create a Europass CV. Security Check The selected candidate shall be subject to a general security screening within the boundary of the legal constraints in force. The security screening applies to the following actions The candidates degrees and certificates shall be verified for authenticity with the issuing school, college or university The candidate will be requested to sign a statement of good conduct declaring that heshe has no criminal record.
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